Hello again! Continuing the topic of Sarepta mustard... I've already told you what it is. I wrote about this earlierThis article will discuss the benefits and harms of this plant.
What's in it?
The chemical composition of Sarepta mustard is very rich. The plant contains large amounts of unsaturated fatty acids, proteins, carbohydrates, essential oils, and:
- potassium;
- phosphorus;
- calcium;
- gland;
- sodium;
- magnesium;
- vitamins A, E, D, group B.
In terms of calories, 100 grams of fresh produce contains only 70 kcal. Therefore, preparing a green salad can even help you lose weight.
How do the medicinal properties manifest themselves?
Russian or Sarepta mustard is a pungent and oily variety containing almost 50% healthy fats. The seeds are used to produce table mustard, and the cake is used to make mustard plasters. Therefore, the crop produces no waste.
This spice has the following properties and effects:
- reduces inflammation levels;
- has an antibacterial effect;
- tones;
- acts as an expectorant;
- warms;
- transforms fats;
- has a laxative, choleretic, and antioxidant effect;
- improves appetite;
- liquefies phlegm;
- relieves pain;
- accelerates blood circulation in the brain and throughout the body;
- improves libido (sexual desire);
- removes free radicals, toxins, and waste;
- rejuvenates;
- neutralizes flatulence and pathogenic flora;
- improves digestion;
- used for asthma attacks;
- restores damaged cells and tissues;
- used for rheumatism.
Just learn how to properly collect and store the crop.
Are there any contraindications?
As it turns out, Sarepta mustard cannot be used in the following cases:
- externally - for allergic reactions;
- internally at:
- increased acidity of gastric juice;
- tuberculosis;
- gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer;
- varicose veins;
- pyelonephritis and nephritis;
- gastritis.
I can say from personal experience that you shouldn't consume this spice before bed. It's spicy and can cause shortness of breath, coughing, and bradycardia.
I want to warn everyone: the seeds contain poisons, so it's strictly forbidden to use them without supervision. If poisoning occurs, you should quickly flush your stomach. To do this, mix water with ammonia in the standard manner and drink. Then induce vomiting and apply a cold compress to your stomach.